well, it might have seemed like a long time to you, but it sure went fast for me. mom has come and gone but she rocked while she was here. literally. a wall and half a fireplace she rocked. i am proud to say i rocked right along with her, and have the sore body to prove it. that is some serious work! i did learn the hard way that mortar eats through your gloves AND your skin. but all in all, things are looking good. you can see we have siding and a front door--though it still needs to be painted.

anyway. that's your update. thanks again mom. next time you visit, you can just sit back and relax.

yeah. right.